2023 Toyota RAV4
XLE FWD
What the XLE adds over the LE (+$1,510)
| Spec | LE | XLE |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3370 lbs | 3405 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3370 lbs | 3405 lbs |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,675 | $30,185 |
| Wheel material | steel | alloy |
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 281.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 98.9 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.4 in |
| Overall height | 67 in |
| Overall length | 180.9 in |
| Overall width | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2487 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 203 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,185 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.8 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/65R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | Direct Shift 8-speed ECT-i with sequential shift mode |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3405 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3405 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4610 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety1 std · 0 opt
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Seating1 std · 0 opt
- Seating Capacity - 5
Exterior10 std · 0 opt
- Approach/Departure Angle - 19/21 degrees (most trims); 18/20 degrees (Woodland Edition)
- Ground Clearance - 8.1 in. (Hybrid); 8.4 in. (LE/XLE Gas); 8.6 in. (XLE Premium/Adventure/TRD/Limited Gas)
- Overall Height (with antenna) - 67.0 in. (LE/XLE Gas and HV); 67.2 in. (XLE Premium/Limited Gas); 68.6 in. (Adventure/TRD Gas)
- Overall Length - 180.9 in. (most trims); 181.5 in. (Adventure and TRD Off-Road Gas)
- Overall Width - 73.0 in. (most trims); 73.4 in. (Adventure and TRD Off-Road Gas)
- Tire Size - 225/65R17 (LE HV and XLE HV); 225/60R18 (SE HV, XSE HV, XLE Premium HV and Limited HV); 225/60R19 (Woodland); 225/65R17 (LE Gas and XLE Gas); 225/60R18 All-Terrain (TRD Gas); 235/55R19 (Limited Gas and Adventure Gas)
- Wheel Size - 17 x 7.0 in. (LE HV and XLE HV); 18 x 7.0 in. (Woodland, XLE Premium HV, SE HV, XSE HV and Limited HV); 17-in. steel (LE Gas); 17-in. alloy (XLE Gas); 18-in. TRD alloy (TRD); 19-in. alloy (Limited/Adventure Gas)
- Wheel Type and Material - Standard aluminum alloy (Hybrid); varies by Gas trim (steel on LE, alloy on others)
- Wheelbase - 105.9 in.
- Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary
Powertrain11 std · 0 opt
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Compression Ratio - 14.0:1 (Hybrid) / 13.0:1 (Gas)
- Drivetrain Layout - Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (Hybrid) / Front-Wheel Drive or AWD with Multi-Terrain Select or Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD (Gas)
- Emission Certification - SULEV (Hybrid) / ULEV-II (Gas)
- Engine Type - 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head
- Estimated Fuel Economy - 41/38/40 MPG city/hwy/combined (LE, XLE/XLE Premium, Limited, SE, XSE HV); 38/35/37 (Woodland Edition HV); various ratings for Gas trims
- Fuel Capacity - 14.5 gal.
- Fuel System - D-4S
- Horsepower - 176 hp @ 5,700 rpm (Hybrid) / 203 hp @ 6,600 rpm (Gas)
- Torque - 163 lb.-ft. @ 3,600–5,200 rpm (Hybrid) / 184 lb.-ft. @ 5,000 rpm (Gas)
- Transmission Type - Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode (Hybrid) / Direct Shift 8-speed ECT-i with sequential shift mode and Snow Mode (Gas AWD Only)
Chassis8 std · 0 opt
- Brakes - Front: Power-assisted Ventilated disc, 12.0 in.
- Brakes - Rear: Solid Disc, 11.1 in.
- Curb Weight - varies by trim (3,370–3,800 lbs.)
- GVWR - 4,920 lbs. (Hybrid); 4,610–4,705 lbs. (Gas)
- Parking Brake - Electronic Parking Brake
- Steering - Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack-mounted parallel-type electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
- Suspension - Front: Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar (TRD-tuned on TRD/Woodland)
- Suspension - Rear: Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar (Sport-tuned on SE/XSE HV; unique shocks/struts/jounce bumpers on TRD/Woodland)
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo Volume - 69.8 cu. ft. behind front row (2nd row folded); 37.5 cu. ft. behind second row
- Max Towing Capacity - 1,750 lbs. (Hybrid); 1,500 lbs. (LE/XLE/XLE Premium/Limited Gas); 3,500 lbs. (Adventure/TRD Gas)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 RAV4. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the XLE
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Toyota RAV4 XLE?
The manufacturer lists $30,185 for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 XLE. That is $1,510 above the LE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 XLE add over the LE?
Against the LE, 5 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.